Kl Convention Centre Turns 20 Here S How It S Shaping The Future

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 20 Years Strong: KL Convention Centre Celebrates with a Look Ahead
The Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Malaysia’s iconic venue for global events, just turned 20 and they’re not slowing down. Themed “Celebrating the Past 20. Shaping the Next 20.”, this major milestone is more than just a birthday bash. It’s a bold statement about the future of events, sustainability, and community power in the heart of Kuala Lumpur
📍 What Went Down at the 20-Year Celebration Hosted by singer and actress Atilia Haron, the anniversary reception lit up with music, celebration, and a delicious spread curated by the Centre’s award-winning culinary team. Some dishes were even served on standalone ice sculptures. Icy cool, right?
Here’s what stood out:
Over 22,000 events held since 200529 million visitors welcomedRM12.6 billion in economic impactHosted the ASEAN Summits in 2005, 2015, and 2025Welcomed big names like Barack Obama, David Beckham, and the Duke & Duchess of Cambridge 🌿 Future-Focused: Green Energy and Local Goodness
Under General Manager John Burke, who stepped in back in 2023, the Centre is pivoting hard toward sustainability.Some serious eco wins include:
💡 100% green energy powering the venue♻️ 100% food waste composted🍽️ 70% of food sourced locally
And it’s not stopping there. The Centre recently launched KLCC Connects, a long-term initiative uniting eco action with community vibes bringing together the events industry, hospitality, students, NGOs, and even Urbanice Malaysia.
🌏 A Global Hub, Built on Local Support The Centre’s story is one of collaboration. At the event, big thanks were given to KLCC (Holdings) Sdn Bhd, as well as partners in the KLCC Business Events Alliance (KLCCBEA) including Mandarin Oriental KL, Traders Hotel, Impiana KLCC, and Suria KLCC.
Global support also came from industry powerhouses like:
✈️ International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA)🌐 Global Association of the Exhibition Industry (UFI)🏛️ Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA)
All these players are helping shape Malaysia’s presence in the global business events scene.
💬 Quote to Remember “Some of the team members of the Centre have been here from day one. It is their anniversary too.” – John Burke, General Manager
It’s not just about big numbers or global icons, it’s about people building something iconic together.

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